📆 20 years ago today, Cloud Gate was opened to the public and we've never looked at the city the same way again. Artist Anish Kapoor was inspired by the look of mercury when he came up with the concept of the sculpture—his most famous piece of public artwork in the United States.
🎉 Happy birthday, Bean! 🫘
🏛️ From major landmarks to everyday streetscapes, Jewish architects and civic leaders played a vital role in shaping Chicago. From opulent theaters like the Nederlander to bold icons like Marina City and Beaux-Arts landmarks such as LondonHouse and the Chicago Loop Synagogue, their work has had a lasting impact. This Jewish Heritage Month, we celebrate how Jewish architects, engineers, designers, artists, and community leaders helped shape the city we love.
🤔 Curious to learn more? CAC offers the new tour, Jewish Builders of Chicago, for private groups. Check out the link in bio for details.
📸: Hands of Peace sculpture by artist Henri Azaz, 1963, located at the Chicago Loop Synagogue, Photographer: Craig Shimala
🌟 See it first! Become a CAC Member to get an exclusive preview of Flyway City: Architecture for a Flourishing Ecosystem, an inspiring new exhibition designed and co-curated by Studio Gang in collaboration with the CAC. Learn how architecture can support healthier urban ecosystems and reduce bird collisions, which impact more than 1 billion birds every year. PLUS, CAC Members will receive 25% off at the CAC Design Store during the event.
More details at the link in bio.
It's World Migratory Bird Day 🐦
CAC’s roof at 111 E. Wacker is now host to equipment for the Chicago Bird Migration Monitoring Network that helps track birds moving through Chicago. Managed by the @windycitybirdlab , the Van Doren Lab of Migration Biology at @illinois1867 , and @dukeuniversity , the monitoring station collects vital data that can support urban wildlife conservation.
Learn more at the link in bio.
📸: Emmely Aldave
✨ The Obama Presidential Center is opening soon!
The site includes a museum, library, gardens, and outdoor gathering space, all designed to connect with Jackson Park and its long history. Check out our article for a closer look at the design to help you understand the campus before you experience it in person.
Read more now so you’re ready when the doors finally open. Bonus: there are some fun facts included that you may not know. 🤓
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Join us on May 9, Anton Cermak’s birthday, for a tour of Bohemian National Cemetery. Learn about the Czech artistry and immigrant history found here and the life of Chicago mayor Anton Cermak, whose final words after being shot in an attempt on FDR’s life, “I’m glad it was me, not you,” are engraved on his tomb.
More info and tickets at the link in bio:
💕 Love the Chicago Architecture River Cruise aboard @firstladycruises ? 🫵 We need you to help us win!
The CAC River Cruise is up for Best Boat Tour by USA Today. You can vote daily at the link in bio through May 25, 11 a.m.
Help us bring home another win for Chicago!
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